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Is the 2027 Toyota GR86 the Last Affordable Naturally Aspirated Manual Sports Car?

The 2027 Toyota GR86 is an affordable manual sports coupe, but it is not the only naturally aspirated option. Here’s how the BRZ and MX-5 compare.
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No. The 2027 Toyota GR86 is an affordable new sports coupe with a naturally aspirated engine and a six-speed manual, but it is not the last such car standing. Subaru lists a closely related 2027 BRZ, and Mazda’s 2026 MX-5 Miata is another naturally aspirated manual sports car—though it is a two-seat roadster, not a coupe.

Toyota lists the 2027 GR86 from $31,500 in the U.S. That makes it a compelling entry point, but “last” overstates what the available model-year and price information establishes.

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What the 2027 GR86 offers

Toyota’s U.S. product page lists a 2.4-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder boxer engine producing 228 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. The GR86 is rear-wheel drive and can be ordered with a six-speed manual or an automatic. Toyota lists starting MSRPs of $31,500 for the base GR86 and $34,400 for the Premium. Toyota’s 2027 GR86 page presents those as starting prices, not a promise of a dealer’s transaction price or out-the-door total.

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The Premium adds equipment including 18-inch matte-black alloy wheels fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tires and a duckbill rear spoiler. Equipment varies by trim, so compare the exact configuration rather than treating the Premium’s features as standard across the range.

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What changed for 2027

In its June 1, 2026 announcement, Toyota described tuning and equipment updates rather than a new engine or transmission layout. The company said the 2027 GR86 receives revised throttle calibration, an improved feel on fifth-to-fourth downshifts, updated interior treatments, expanded safety and convenience features, a new Thunder exterior color, and a Cockpit Red interior option on Premium grades. Toyota’s announcement said the car was expected at dealerships in summer 2026; that announced timing does not establish current stock at a particular dealer.

Toyota’s announcement gives curb weights of 2,811 pounds for the manual and 2,851 pounds for the automatic, and manufacturer-stated 0–60 mph times of 6.1 and 6.6 seconds, respectively. These are Toyota’s published figures, not independent test results. Toyota also describes the engine as tuned for peak torque at 3,700 rpm; that is the manufacturer’s characterization of its power delivery.

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The GR86 is not the only relevant new car

2027 Subaru BRZ: the closest coupe alternative

Subaru’s U.S. specifications list the 2027 BRZ with a 2.4-liter boxer engine rated at 228 horsepower and 184 lb-ft, plus a fully synchronized six-speed manual and a Torsen limited-slip rear differential. The page lists the BRZ Limited at $36,140 and the tS at $38,770; it shows an automatic option for the Limited, but not for the tS. Subaru’s 2027 BRZ specifications establish a close technical comparison, not that every detail or trim is identical to the GR86.

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2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata: a lower-priced roadster counterexample

Mazda’s January 2026 pricing announcement lists the 2026 MX-5 Miata Sport 6MT at a starting MSRP of $30,430. Mazda says the 2026 range continues with a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing 181 horsepower and 151 lb-ft. Sport and Club are manual-only; Grand Touring is available with a manual or automatic.

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The MX-5 is a two-seat roadster, while the GR86 is a coupe with small rear seats. The Mazda price is for the 2026 model year, so it should not be treated as a direct 2027 price comparison or as proof of Mazda’s 2027 pricing.

How to choose between them

Model and year Starting price in cited U.S. source Engine and output Manual availability Format
2027 Toyota GR86 $31,500 base; $34,400 Premium, Toyota starting MSRPs 2.4-liter naturally aspirated boxer; 228 hp, 184 lb-ft Six-speed manual or automatic Rear-wheel-drive coupe with small rear seats
2027 Subaru BRZ $36,140 Limited; $38,770 tS, Subaru listed prices 2.4-liter boxer; 228 hp, 184 lb-ft Six-speed manual; automatic listed for Limited, not tS Sports coupe
2026 Mazda MX-5 Miata $30,430 Sport 6MT, Mazda starting MSRP 2.0-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder; 181 hp, 151 lb-ft Sport and Club manual-only; Grand Touring manual or automatic Two-seat roadster

The figures come from different model years and manufacturer pages, and the Mazda figure is specifically for its 2026 range. They are useful for identifying alternatives, not for declaring a definitive 2027 price ranking. Dealer discounts, add-ons, taxes, fees, and local availability can change what a buyer actually pays.

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  • Want a manual coupe with the GR86’s engine output? The 2027 BRZ is the direct alternative to investigate, with its own trim and equipment differences.
  • Want the lowest listed starting price among these examples and can use a two-seat roadster? Mazda’s cited 2026 MX-5 Sport 6MT price is lower, but it is not a 2027 quote.
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Verdict: a strong affordable choice, not the last one

The 2027 GR86 keeps the core recipe—naturally aspirated power, rear-wheel drive, and a six-speed manual—at a Toyota-listed base starting MSRP of $31,500. It is not the last affordable naturally aspirated manual sports car: the 2027 BRZ remains a close coupe counterpart, and the 2026 MX-5 demonstrates another lower-priced manual option in a different body style. Which makes more sense depends on model year, body style, trim, and the price available locally.

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